Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Acura RSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 101.2 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 172.4 in | -12.3 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 67.9 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 54.9 in | 3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2742 lb. | 2840 lb. | -98 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 52.6 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 51.1 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 34.1 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 51.3 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 46.2 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 29.2 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |